Spirulina: 10 Benefits of Spirulina
Spirulina Benefit #3: Lower Cholesterol & Triglyceride Levels
Spirulina is rich source of niacin with 12.82mg niacin (64% of the recommended daily allowance). Niacin has been known to reduce triglyceride levels in the bloodstream, in addition to LDL cholesterol. High triglyceride levels directly correlate to an increased risk for stroke in adults and elderly population.
Niacin works to remove triglycerides the same way it reduces LDL cholesterol, by aiding in the transport of these lipids to the liver for metabolization. While statins are better at reducing triglyceride and LDL cholesterol levels, the benefit of using niacin is its role in also increasing HDL. Although niacin is not necessarily the primary “go-to” vitamin for reducing triglycerides, it is commonly used in conjunction with other medications. Niacin is especially effective when taken with omega-3 fatty acids, a nutrient spirulina also has.
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